
The Pomegranate-Inspired Red Mosque - Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque 🕌 Did you know there's a mosque inspired by the pomegranate fruit? Built in 1908, Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque in Colombo, Sri Lanka, also known as the Red Mosque, is one of the oldest and most iconic mosques in the country. Its unique red-and-white striped architecture makes it a must-visit landmark! The best part? It’s open to everyone, regardless of faith! 📖 The Quran mentions pomegranates in 3 places: 📜 (Al-An’am 6:99) – The intricate internal structure of a pomegranate reflects nature’s unmatched creativity and perfection. 📜 (Al-An’am 6:141) – Crops, including pomegranates, are blessings, and we should share our harvest with others instead of wasting it. 📜 (Ar-Rahman 55:68) – Pomegranates are among the special fruits mentioned as a blessing in Jannah! 🌙 As Ramadan is here, it’s the perfect time to share Islamic knowledge! 🕌 Tag someone who should know about this historic and beautiful mosque! #Ramadan #Ramzan #IslamicArchitecture #RedMosque #SriLanka #JamiUlAlfar #HistoricMosques #QuranicWisdom #MosquePhotography #Pomegranate #ColomboTravel #MuslimTraveler #MuslimCreator
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